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The Federation of Disability Organizations in Malawi (FEDOMA) was founded in 1999, as an umbrella organization of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs).

FEDOMA BEMOANS DISCRIMINATION AGAINST DISABILITY IN THE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRANSFORMATIVE AGENDAThe Federation of Disa...
19/08/2026

FEDOMA BEMOANS DISCRIMINATION AGAINST DISABILITY IN THE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRANSFORMATIVE AGENDA

The Federation of Disability Organisations in Malawi FEDOMA has bemoaned continued exclusion of persons with disabilities in Malawi’s National Development Transformative Agenda, warning that the country will not achieve Malawi 2063 if “no one is left behind” remains a slogan.

Speaking at the 2026 National Youth Summit in Lilongwe, Simon Munde, FEDOMA Executive Director, said disability is part of human diversity and must be included in all development processes.

"We must promote the principle of Leaving No One Behind. Section 20 of the Constitution of Malawi prohibits discrimination of any kind. Yet youth with disabilities continue to be left out of decision-making spaces,” said Munde.

He stressed that youth with disabilities have the capacity to drive national development.

"Youth with disabilities have capacity to develop the nation. Give them skills and opportunities and they will deliver,” Munde added.

He cited the lack of representation of persons with disabilities in the Constituency Development Committees as an example.

"If we do not recognise representation of persons with disabilities in the Development process like the Constituency Development Committee, then Malawi will never attain its 2063 aspirations,” he said.

Munde further noted that the African Disability Protocol ADP is a key legal instrument that prohibits discrimination and calls for full participation of persons with disabilities.

Responding to FEDOMA's concerns, Chipiliro Mpinganjira, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, who represented the Minister of Sports, Youth and Culture, said he will deliver the concerns to the Minister and other duty bearers.

The 3-day summit was held at BICC under the theme: “Accelerating Progress: Reflecting on Impact, Expanding Prospects for Youth Development in Malawi.”

Youth Council of Malawi

ACCESSIBLE MENSTRUAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR US TOOEvery girl deserves dignity during her period. But for girls with disabi...
08/08/2026

ACCESSIBLE MENSTRUAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR US TOO

Every girl deserves dignity during her period.
But for girls with disabilities, inaccessible change rooms, expensive menstrual products and lack of accessible information keep them out of school.

Read this young woman’s story and join us in demanding inclusive menstrual health services.
LeaveNoOneBehind.

"I am a young woman with a physical disability.
My period is the same as any other girl’s. But managing it is harder for me.

In school, the changing room was inaccessible. The door was too narrow and I couldn’t get in. So I stayed home. Not because I was sick, but because the school wasn’t ready for me.
Pads are also expensive."

"Government and organizations should consider providing free menstrual products to girls with disabilities who cannot afford them."

"Accessible information about menstruation should be provided to everyone, including those with different types of disabilities."

"My disability does not stop my period. Why should services stop at me?"

At FEDOMA we say, accessible changing rooms. Affordable menstrual products. Inclusive information for all.

Dignity for all girls. Menstrual health is a right, not a privilege.

31/07/2026

UnlockThe Every Day

As we are winding up the UnlockTheEveryDay Campaign for 2026, we are proudly introducing Mr. Fredrik Mzoma, member of the board of trustees for Malawi's Disability Trust Fund (DTF).

Mzoma shades light on the significant of making sure assistive technologies are available, affordable and accessible to persons with diverse disabilities.
He explains more to our content creator, Martha Momba. FEDOMA advances UnlockTheEveryDay Campaign. It is possible to make assistive technologies accessible.

MEET ESTHER MASACHE We are proudly introducing Esther Masache, a Malawian young lady who sustained a physical disabi...
29/07/2026

MEET ESTHER MASACHE

We are proudly introducing Esther Masache, a Malawian young lady who sustained a physical disability following a road traffic accident several years ago.

Despite her disability, Esther remained determined. She pursued her academic journey and now holds:
Bachelor of business Administration and she is now working with FEDOMA in Accounts Department.

She is a content creator focusing much in disability rights and she is eager to be a motivational speaker.

She is passionate about Unlocking The Everyday for persons with disabilities.

MALAWI'S REVENUE COLLECTOR WAIVES DUTY TAX ON ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIESThe Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has waived duty t...
29/07/2026

MALAWI'S REVENUE COLLECTOR WAIVES DUTY TAX ON ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has waived duty tax on all assistive technologies imported into Malawi. The announcement was made by MRA's Head of Corporate Affairs, Wilma Chalulu.

The waiver follows a declaration by the Minister of Finance, Economic Planning & Decentralisation, Joseph Mwanamvekha, in the 2026/27 budget statement in February. The declaration by the minister came after massive advocacy by Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in January this year.

The move aligns with Malawi’s obligations under the UNCRPD, the African Disability Protocol - ADP and the Persons with Disabilities Act No. 4 of 2024. The PWD Act provides for access to assistive devices and technologies to support independent living and participation.

Disability leaders have welcomed the decision but are urging government to act fast. “All that remains now is translating these policies on paper into reality,” said Sekersni Kufakwina of Malawi National Association of the Deaf (MANAD).

Disability Rights Advocate & Specialist, George Chiusiwa added: “Such administrative, policy or legislative proclamations are nothing without proactively pushing for effective operationalisation by persons with disabilities and their representative organisations.”

Chiusiwa further says, "access to assistive technology is at the heart of the enjoyment of all rights and freedoms of persons with disabilities as assistive devices facilitate their functioning and mobility to ensure effective participation in public affairs."

Assistive technology is a fundamental human rights and development issue for persons with disabilities.

The decision by Government through MRA is a progressive milestone in effective promotion and realisation of the rights of this marginalised and vulnerable section of the Malawi population towards inclusive development as stipulated by the Malawi 2063. Government should be commended for the effort in a bid to meeting its obligations on provision of assistive devices to persons with disabilities in the country.

We just hope that the operationalisation and implementation of such a disability responsive taxation directive will genuinely benefit this social growth.

Under the CRPD and ADP, the definition is much wider to include systems, services, software and other devices.

Failure to raise awareness may lead to denials of the tax waiver out of ignorance and not by design.

MPs CHALLENGED TO ADVANCE DOMESTICATION OF AFRICAN DISABILITY PROTOCOL The Executive Director of the Federation of Disab...
23/07/2026

MPs CHALLENGED TO ADVANCE DOMESTICATION OF AFRICAN DISABILITY PROTOCOL

The Executive Director of the Federation of Disability Organisations in Malawi - FEDOMA, Simon Munde, has challenged members of the Parliamentary Committee on Social and Community Affairs to appreciate and prioritize the domestication of the African Disability Protocol - ADP as a critical tool for advancing disability rights in Malawi.

Speaking during an engagement meeting held in Lilongwe, Munde said the ADP provides stronger protections and opportunities for persons with disabilities that are not fully captured in current national laws.

"We are asking Parliament to effectively use the African Disability Protocol and treat it as a critical tool to advancing disability rights," said Minde while emphasizing on the significance of domesticating the ADP that would help Malawi align its laws with international standards and ensuring that no person with disability is left behind.

The ADP, adopted by the African Union in 2018, addresses key areas such as inclusive education, employment, accessibility, health, and protection from violence and discrimination. Malawi signed the Protocol in 2019 and ratified in 2023 but Domesticating it remains crucial task.

In his remarks, the Chairperson for the Parliamentary Committee on Social and Community Affairs, Savel Kafwafwa, acknowledged the importance of working closely with Organisations of Persons with Disabilities - OPDs in the domestication process.

"As a committee, we acknowledge the need to work with OPDs in the domestication process of the ADP. We are committed to ensuring that the voices of persons with disabilities are heard and reflected in our laws," said Kafwafwa.

The engagement provided an opportunity for Committee members and disability rights stakeholders to discuss policy gaps and how the ADP can help address them, especially for women, children and youth with disabilities.

Participants agreed that fast-tracking the domestication of the ADP will help Malawi meet its obligations under the 2030 DFGs principle of “Leaving No One Behind.”

The meeting was financially supported by Sightsavers inder the Realization of African Disability Protocol (RAD-P Project).

MEET STUART CHAULUKAMeet Stuart Chauluka, a Malawian disability rights advocate working with Malawi Union of the Blind...
21/07/2026

MEET STUART CHAULUKA

Meet Stuart Chauluka, a Malawian disability rights advocate working with Malawi Union of the Blind (MUB), one of the Organisations of Persons with Disabilities ( OPDs)affiliated to FEDOMA.

Despite his disability, Stuart remained determined. he pursued his academic journey and now holds: Masters Degree in Community Development.

He is a disability rights advocate who has been active in the Malawi's disability rights movement for over a decade.

Through his work, Stuart advocates for the fundamental rights of persons with disabilities, with a particular focus on access to assistive technologies.

He is passionate about Unlocking The Everyday for persons with disabilities

Unlock TheEveryDay Campaign We issue red card to all duty Bearers, service providers and any other concerned parties wh...
20/07/2026

Unlock TheEveryDay Campaign

We issue red card to all duty Bearers, service providers and any other concerned parties who fail to influence the affordability and availability of assistive technologies.

Unlock TheEveryDay.

MEET SCADER LOUISE As we advance the Unlocking TheEvery Day Campaign, we are delighted to share with you what the Malawi...
18/07/2026

MEET SCADER LOUISE

As we advance the Unlocking TheEvery Day Campaign, we are delighted to share with you what the Malawi's disability advocate, Scader Louise is sharing with us.

She says, "for persons with disabilities, assistive technology is not a luxury. It is the key that unlocks education, employment, healthcare, independence, and full participation in society. Yet far too many people are still unable to access the devices they need because they are either unavailable or unaffordable. The Malawi's Disability Trust Fund presents a unique opportunity for Malawi to invest in sustainable access to assistive technologies and related support services. If implemented effectively, it can transform lives by ensuring that no one is left behind simply because they cannot obtain the assistive products they need.

The Unlock Every Day campaign is a timely reminder that improving access to assistive technology is not just a health or welfare issue. It is a human rights and development imperative".

Unlock TheEveryDay CampsignCerebral Palsy (CP) chair provides essential adaptive seating that stabilize our unique chil...
18/07/2026

Unlock TheEveryDay Campsign

Cerebral Palsy (CP) chair provides essential adaptive seating that stabilize our unique children posture , prevents spinal deformities and improves their ability in breathing , while eating and interacting with others and world .

Mpando uwu umathandizira kuti mwana adye bwino bwino , kusewera ndi anzake, umaongola nsana ndiwofunikila kwambila kwa ana athu omwe ali ndi ulumali.
Let's UnlockTheEverday # Southern Africa Federation of the Disabled - SAFOD

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